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<p>Seras: /* What about the JP release of 1.000 and this offline patch? Will that affect us with online play? */</p> <hr /> <div>Questions generally asked by people wanting to know information, or new players. If you feel something should be added to this FAQ, please do so!<br /> <br /> =General Questions=<br /> ==When will the game be released?==<br /> See [[Release]].<br /> ==Game cost and online fee questions.==<br /> ===How much will the game cost to buy?===<br /> For those in the UK, it's set to be (around) £35, and for American users, it costs $50 for the PC and PS2 versions ($60 for the Xbox 360 version).<br /> <br /> ===Will there be a fee to play online?===<br /> Yes, there will be a monthly fee in order to play Phantasy Star Universe online. The charge will bee $9.99/month (USD), and the billing will be handled by the [http://billing.playsega.com/ PlaySega website] (for the PC and PS2 versions). The billing for the 360 version seems to be handled on the Live Marketplace, with varying costs for different countries.<br /> <br /> ===Will I get a free month of online with purchase of the game?===<br /> The Japanese version did have one free month with game purchase. It is currently unknown whether this will be the same for the US/EU releases, but it seems likely that these version will also have a free month included with the game purchase.<br /> <br /> ===I heard that non-JP people cannot pay for PSU, is this true?===<br /> This is true, but '''only for the Japanese version'''. Sega blocked all Non-Asian credit cards. You can pay via Netcash or a friend in Japan and PayPal. <br /> <br /> ===How can I pay for online play? Will there be prepaid cards available?===<br /> For the PC and PS2 versions, payment can be made on the [http://billing.playsega.com/ PlaySega website] using either a credit or debit card. Currently, only Visa and Mastercard cards are accepted. Currently, there are no known plans to release prepaid cards for the PC and PS2 versions. However, prepaid Visa or Mastercard giftcards will be accepted.<br /> <br /> ===Will the PC version be available for download, or only in retail locations?===<br /> Currently, there are no known plans to have the PC version of PSU available for purchase via download over the Internet.<br /> <br /> ==Server Linking==<br /> ===Cross-platform Linking===<br /> The PC and PS2 versions will share the same server, while the Xbox 360 version will have its own separate server. This may be due to the voice chat facility, or the Xbox Live subscription system, or Microsoft having influence over/control of the servers.<br /> <br /> ===Cross-terrority Linking===<br /> For the PC and PS2 versions, US and EU players will play on the same server, while the JP server will be separate.<br /> The server for the Xbox 360 version is international, including all three regions.<br /> <br /> ===So, PS2 and PC play on the same servers, is my account shared between the two platforms?===<br /> Yes; in Japan owners of the PS2 &amp; PC games can use their account on either a PS2 or PC copy of the game.<br /> <br /> ==What measures are Sonic Team taking against cheating and hacking?==<br /> On the PC version of the game, Sonic Team are using ''nProtect GameGuard'' in order to monitor computers for applications that can be used to modify the game or otherwise cheat in-game. This is the same program that was used on ''Phantasy Star Online: Blue Burst'', and most programs used to cheat on that game do not work currently.<br /> <br /> It can be suspected as well that Sonic Team have implemented their own internal measures against cheating as well. This may be a major difference from all versions of PSO, which did not appear to give much consideration to security (hence the rampant cheating on several versions).<br /> <br /> GameGuard will not be used on PS2 and Xbox360, for what should be obvious reasons (you can't run other programs on them).<br /> <br /> Also, it will be worth pointing out that PSU utilizes server-side saving for [[Network Mode]] characters. [[Story Mode]] and [[Extra Mode]] are client-side, however.<br /> <br /> It is also worth noting, most hacks used by players in previous PSOs were effective until PSOBB. PSOBB being the first serverside PSO, hacking was kept more client sided. NProtect Gameguard, while being able to hold back the hackers for a bit, was eventually cracked. <br /> <br /> At this time, PSU hacking has currently happend in JP versions, as well as Infamous Nugz has currently released trainers for the offline version 1.000 that uses the PSU offline fix. The likelyhood of those trainers and hacks being able to work in the more recent versions is slim to nil.<br /> <br /> ===I heard that you will require a constant internet connection to play PSU, is this true?===<br /> For the PC version of the game, it is true, even if you play Story Mode or Extra Mode. The reason behind this is to prevent people from cheating before going online, and because PSU on PC uses GameGuard. The PS2 and Xbox360 versions do not require a constant internet connection.<br /> <br /> ==I do not use Windows, I use Linux - can I still play PSU?==<br /> At this time, no. There will be no official Linux version of PSU released as of yet (and there has been no indication there ever will be one), and WINE (the popular Windows compatibility layer) does not support GameGuard, rendering the game unplayable on Linux until someone solves that. You WILL however be able to play if you cut your linux partition by about 10 gigs and make a new, Windows one.<br /> <br /> ==I use a Mac, can I play PSU on that?==<br /> No. There is not even any indication that a Mac version of PSU will be released. However, the ability to run Windows on the newer Macs somewhat invalidates this problem.<br /> <br /> ==Do I need a PS2 HDD to play Phantasy Star Universe?==<br /> No, you don't need one. However, client patches will be stored on the Memory Card, so you '''will''' need one of those.<br /> <br /> It has been revealed that a PSU savegame file will take up 2,680kb of space on a PS2 memory card.<br /> <br /> =Game Questions=<br /> ==What modes of play does PSU have?==<br /> PSU has three modes of play - [[Story Mode]], [[Extra Mode]] and [[Network Mode]]. <br /> <br /> *In Story Mode, you take the role of [[Ethan Waber]] as he travels across the [[Gurhal Star System]] in order to save it from the alien force '[[SEED]]'.<br /> *In Extra Mode, you can create your own character and travel through levels you have cleared in Story Mode. This mode plays similar to the Network Mode, but is offline. You can also call upon NPCs you have befriended with Ethan in Story Mode to battle alongside you (they will be controlled by AI).<br /> *In Network Mode, sometimes called 'online' or 'Online Mode' you play online with other people. You can create your own character and play with friends. Little is known about the story of Network Mode, but it does take place after the events of the Story Mode. This is closest to the gameplay of Phantasy Star Online.<br /> <br /> ===Is there an Offline Multiplayer mode?===<br /> No.<br /> <br /> ===Can I use characters/items from the offline modes online?===<br /> No. Offline and Online are seperate.<br /> <br /> ==What will PSU play like?==<br /> See [[Gameplay]].<br /> ==How many characters will I be allowed on an account?==<br /> Four per account per world for online play. (Confirmed by Beatrixkiddo)<br /> <br /> Story &amp; Extra mode also allow for four character saves.<br /> <br /> ==Will there be an active GM Team?==<br /> It's currently believed that lobbies will be moderated by GMs. During the Closed Beta Trial GMs often made announcements which scrolled across the game screen.<br /> ==How many people can play together?==<br /> The limit of players in a party is 6. (Confirmed by Beatrixkiddo)<br /> ==Will there be PvP, or a return of Battle Mode?==<br /> As of yet there is no form of PvP in PSU. The emphasis is on co-operative gameplay, not PvP. It may be added in the future.<br /> <br /> ==Have shared banks been implemented?==<br /> Yes! Now transferring items between characters will be quick and easy.<br /> <br /> ==Will there be Challenge Mode and S-Ranks?==<br /> Currently, no. It may be added in the future.<br /> <br /> ==What's this I'm hearing about a cracked Character Creator from the Beta?==<br /> It's a hacked client, and unless you know someone from the Beta with the files, it's very hard to get hold of. Its legality is disputed, too, obviously. Posting links to the cracked client is '''not''' allowed here.<br /> [http://www.psu-chara.com/create This site] should take care of all your character creation needs for now.<br /> <br /> ==What about the JP release of 1.000 and this offline patch? Will that affect us with online play?==<br /> No, the version that was leaked onto the net with 1.000 cannot go online. If it does, the patch that is used to play the game offline will no longer function properly, causing it to not work in offline mode with the patch. The patch works by disabling the gameguard update as well as the sega update for the game. This set up is what hacker, Infamous Nugz, of Infamous Gamerz(IG), used to create the current trainer that is out for the game.<br /> <br /> {{General Info}}<br /> {{Expansion}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Frequently_Asked_Questions&diff=6072 2006-10-23T03:53:02Z

<p>Seras: /* What's this I'm hearing about a cracked Character Creator from the Beta? */</p> <hr /> <div>Questions generally asked by people wanting to know information, or new players. If you feel something should be added to this FAQ, please do so!<br /> <br /> =General Questions=<br /> ==When will the game be released?==<br /> See [[Release]].<br /> ==Game cost and online fee questions.==<br /> ===How much will the game cost to buy?===<br /> For those in the UK, it's set to be (around) £35, and for American users, it costs $50 for the PC and PS2 versions ($60 for the Xbox 360 version).<br /> <br /> ===Will there be a fee to play online?===<br /> Yes, there will be a monthly fee in order to play Phantasy Star Universe online. The charge will bee $9.99/month (USD), and the billing will be handled by the [http://billing.playsega.com/ PlaySega website] (for the PC and PS2 versions). The billing for the 360 version seems to be handled on the Live Marketplace, with varying costs for different countries.<br /> <br /> ===Will I get a free month of online with purchase of the game?===<br /> The Japanese version did have one free month with game purchase. It is currently unknown whether this will be the same for the US/EU releases, but it seems likely that these version will also have a free month included with the game purchase.<br /> <br /> ===I heard that non-JP people cannot pay for PSU, is this true?===<br /> This is true, but '''only for the Japanese version'''. Sega blocked all Non-Asian credit cards. You can pay via Netcash or a friend in Japan and PayPal. <br /> <br /> ===How can I pay for online play? Will there be prepaid cards available?===<br /> For the PC and PS2 versions, payment can be made on the [http://billing.playsega.com/ PlaySega website] using either a credit or debit card. Currently, only Visa and Mastercard cards are accepted. Currently, there are no known plans to release prepaid cards for the PC and PS2 versions. However, prepaid Visa or Mastercard giftcards will be accepted.<br /> <br /> ===Will the PC version be available for download, or only in retail locations?===<br /> Currently, there are no known plans to have the PC version of PSU available for purchase via download over the Internet.<br /> <br /> ==Server Linking==<br /> ===Cross-platform Linking===<br /> The PC and PS2 versions will share the same server, while the Xbox 360 version will have its own separate server. This may be due to the voice chat facility, or the Xbox Live subscription system, or Microsoft having influence over/control of the servers.<br /> <br /> ===Cross-terrority Linking===<br /> For the PC and PS2 versions, US and EU players will play on the same server, while the JP server will be separate.<br /> The server for the Xbox 360 version is international, including all three regions.<br /> <br /> ===So, PS2 and PC play on the same servers, is my account shared between the two platforms?===<br /> Yes; in Japan owners of the PS2 &amp; PC games can use their account on either a PS2 or PC copy of the game.<br /> <br /> ==What measures are Sonic Team taking against cheating and hacking?==<br /> On the PC version of the game, Sonic Team are using ''nProtect GameGuard'' in order to monitor computers for applications that can be used to modify the game or otherwise cheat in-game. This is the same program that was used on ''Phantasy Star Online: Blue Burst'', and most programs used to cheat on that game do not work currently.<br /> <br /> It can be suspected as well that Sonic Team have implemented their own internal measures against cheating as well. This may be a major difference from all versions of PSO, which did not appear to give much consideration to security (hence the rampant cheating on several versions).<br /> <br /> GameGuard will not be used on PS2 and Xbox360, for what should be obvious reasons (you can't run other programs on them).<br /> <br /> Also, it will be worth pointing out that PSU utilizes server-side saving for [[Network Mode]] characters. [[Story Mode]] and [[Extra Mode]] are client-side, however.<br /> <br /> It is also worth noting, most hacks used by players in previous PSOs were effective until PSOBB. PSOBB being the first serverside PSO, hacking was kept more client sided. NProtect Gameguard, while being able to hold back the hackers for a bit, was eventually cracked. <br /> <br /> At this time, PSU hacking has currently happend in JP versions, as well as Infamous Nugz has currently released trainers for the offline version 1.000 that uses the PSU offline fix. The likelyhood of those trainers and hacks being able to work in the more recent versions is slim to nil.<br /> <br /> ===I heard that you will require a constant internet connection to play PSU, is this true?===<br /> For the PC version of the game, it is true, even if you play Story Mode or Extra Mode. The reason behind this is to prevent people from cheating before going online, and because PSU on PC uses GameGuard. The PS2 and Xbox360 versions do not require a constant internet connection.<br /> <br /> ==I do not use Windows, I use Linux - can I still play PSU?==<br /> At this time, no. There will be no official Linux version of PSU released as of yet (and there has been no indication there ever will be one), and WINE (the popular Windows compatibility layer) does not support GameGuard, rendering the game unplayable on Linux until someone solves that. You WILL however be able to play if you cut your linux partition by about 10 gigs and make a new, Windows one.<br /> <br /> ==I use a Mac, can I play PSU on that?==<br /> No. There is not even any indication that a Mac version of PSU will be released. However, the ability to run Windows on the newer Macs somewhat invalidates this problem.<br /> <br /> ==Do I need a PS2 HDD to play Phantasy Star Universe?==<br /> No, you don't need one. However, client patches will be stored on the Memory Card, so you '''will''' need one of those.<br /> <br /> It has been revealed that a PSU savegame file will take up 2,680kb of space on a PS2 memory card.<br /> <br /> =Game Questions=<br /> ==What modes of play does PSU have?==<br /> PSU has three modes of play - [[Story Mode]], [[Extra Mode]] and [[Network Mode]]. <br /> <br /> *In Story Mode, you take the role of [[Ethan Waber]] as he travels across the [[Gurhal Star System]] in order to save it from the alien force '[[SEED]]'.<br /> *In Extra Mode, you can create your own character and travel through levels you have cleared in Story Mode. This mode plays similar to the Network Mode, but is offline. You can also call upon NPCs you have befriended with Ethan in Story Mode to battle alongside you (they will be controlled by AI).<br /> *In Network Mode, sometimes called 'online' or 'Online Mode' you play online with other people. You can create your own character and play with friends. Little is known about the story of Network Mode, but it does take place after the events of the Story Mode. This is closest to the gameplay of Phantasy Star Online.<br /> <br /> ===Is there an Offline Multiplayer mode?===<br /> No.<br /> <br /> ===Can I use characters/items from the offline modes online?===<br /> No. Offline and Online are seperate.<br /> <br /> ==What will PSU play like?==<br /> See [[Gameplay]].<br /> ==How many characters will I be allowed on an account?==<br /> Four per account per world for online play. (Confirmed by Beatrixkiddo)<br /> <br /> Story &amp; Extra mode also allow for four character saves.<br /> <br /> ==Will there be an active GM Team?==<br /> It's currently believed that lobbies will be moderated by GMs. During the Closed Beta Trial GMs often made announcements which scrolled across the game screen.<br /> ==How many people can play together?==<br /> The limit of players in a party is 6. (Confirmed by Beatrixkiddo)<br /> ==Will there be PvP, or a return of Battle Mode?==<br /> As of yet there is no form of PvP in PSU. The emphasis is on co-operative gameplay, not PvP. It may be added in the future.<br /> <br /> ==Have shared banks been implemented?==<br /> Yes! Now transferring items between characters will be quick and easy.<br /> <br /> ==Will there be Challenge Mode and S-Ranks?==<br /> Currently, no. It may be added in the future.<br /> <br /> ==What's this I'm hearing about a cracked Character Creator from the Beta?==<br /> It's a hacked client, and unless you know someone from the Beta with the files, it's very hard to get hold of. Its legality is disputed, too, obviously. Posting links to the cracked client is '''not''' allowed here.<br /> [http://www.psu-chara.com/create This site] should take care of all your character creation needs for now.<br /> <br /> ==What about the JP release of 1.000 and this offline patch? Will that affect us with online play?==<br /> No, the version that was leaked onto the with 1.000 cannot go online. If it does, the patch that is used to play the game offline will no longer function properly, causing it to not work in offline mode with the patch. The patch works by disabling the gameguard update as well as the sega update for the game. This set up is what hacker, Infamous Nugz, of Infamous Gamerz(IG), used to create the current trainer that is out for the game.<br /> <br /> {{General Info}}<br /> {{Expansion}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Frequently_Asked_Questions&diff=6071 2006-10-23T03:48:48Z

<p>Seras: /* What measures are Sonic Team taking against cheating and hacking? */</p> <hr /> <div>Questions generally asked by people wanting to know information, or new players. If you feel something should be added to this FAQ, please do so!<br /> <br /> =General Questions=<br /> ==When will the game be released?==<br /> See [[Release]].<br /> ==Game cost and online fee questions.==<br /> ===How much will the game cost to buy?===<br /> For those in the UK, it's set to be (around) £35, and for American users, it costs $50 for the PC and PS2 versions ($60 for the Xbox 360 version).<br /> <br /> ===Will there be a fee to play online?===<br /> Yes, there will be a monthly fee in order to play Phantasy Star Universe online. The charge will bee $9.99/month (USD), and the billing will be handled by the [http://billing.playsega.com/ PlaySega website] (for the PC and PS2 versions). The billing for the 360 version seems to be handled on the Live Marketplace, with varying costs for different countries.<br /> <br /> ===Will I get a free month of online with purchase of the game?===<br /> The Japanese version did have one free month with game purchase. It is currently unknown whether this will be the same for the US/EU releases, but it seems likely that these version will also have a free month included with the game purchase.<br /> <br /> ===I heard that non-JP people cannot pay for PSU, is this true?===<br /> This is true, but '''only for the Japanese version'''. Sega blocked all Non-Asian credit cards. You can pay via Netcash or a friend in Japan and PayPal. <br /> <br /> ===How can I pay for online play? Will there be prepaid cards available?===<br /> For the PC and PS2 versions, payment can be made on the [http://billing.playsega.com/ PlaySega website] using either a credit or debit card. Currently, only Visa and Mastercard cards are accepted. Currently, there are no known plans to release prepaid cards for the PC and PS2 versions. However, prepaid Visa or Mastercard giftcards will be accepted.<br /> <br /> ===Will the PC version be available for download, or only in retail locations?===<br /> Currently, there are no known plans to have the PC version of PSU available for purchase via download over the Internet.<br /> <br /> ==Server Linking==<br /> ===Cross-platform Linking===<br /> The PC and PS2 versions will share the same server, while the Xbox 360 version will have its own separate server. This may be due to the voice chat facility, or the Xbox Live subscription system, or Microsoft having influence over/control of the servers.<br /> <br /> ===Cross-terrority Linking===<br /> For the PC and PS2 versions, US and EU players will play on the same server, while the JP server will be separate.<br /> The server for the Xbox 360 version is international, including all three regions.<br /> <br /> ===So, PS2 and PC play on the same servers, is my account shared between the two platforms?===<br /> Yes; in Japan owners of the PS2 &amp; PC games can use their account on either a PS2 or PC copy of the game.<br /> <br /> ==What measures are Sonic Team taking against cheating and hacking?==<br /> On the PC version of the game, Sonic Team are using ''nProtect GameGuard'' in order to monitor computers for applications that can be used to modify the game or otherwise cheat in-game. This is the same program that was used on ''Phantasy Star Online: Blue Burst'', and most programs used to cheat on that game do not work currently.<br /> <br /> It can be suspected as well that Sonic Team have implemented their own internal measures against cheating as well. This may be a major difference from all versions of PSO, which did not appear to give much consideration to security (hence the rampant cheating on several versions).<br /> <br /> GameGuard will not be used on PS2 and Xbox360, for what should be obvious reasons (you can't run other programs on them).<br /> <br /> Also, it will be worth pointing out that PSU utilizes server-side saving for [[Network Mode]] characters. [[Story Mode]] and [[Extra Mode]] are client-side, however.<br /> <br /> It is also worth noting, most hacks used by players in previous PSOs were effective until PSOBB. PSOBB being the first serverside PSO, hacking was kept more client sided. NProtect Gameguard, while being able to hold back the hackers for a bit, was eventually cracked. <br /> <br /> At this time, PSU hacking has currently happend in JP versions, as well as Infamous Nugz has currently released trainers for the offline version 1.000 that uses the PSU offline fix. The likelyhood of those trainers and hacks being able to work in the more recent versions is slim to nil.<br /> <br /> ===I heard that you will require a constant internet connection to play PSU, is this true?===<br /> For the PC version of the game, it is true, even if you play Story Mode or Extra Mode. The reason behind this is to prevent people from cheating before going online, and because PSU on PC uses GameGuard. The PS2 and Xbox360 versions do not require a constant internet connection.<br /> <br /> ==I do not use Windows, I use Linux - can I still play PSU?==<br /> At this time, no. There will be no official Linux version of PSU released as of yet (and there has been no indication there ever will be one), and WINE (the popular Windows compatibility layer) does not support GameGuard, rendering the game unplayable on Linux until someone solves that. You WILL however be able to play if you cut your linux partition by about 10 gigs and make a new, Windows one.<br /> <br /> ==I use a Mac, can I play PSU on that?==<br /> No. There is not even any indication that a Mac version of PSU will be released. However, the ability to run Windows on the newer Macs somewhat invalidates this problem.<br /> <br /> ==Do I need a PS2 HDD to play Phantasy Star Universe?==<br /> No, you don't need one. However, client patches will be stored on the Memory Card, so you '''will''' need one of those.<br /> <br /> It has been revealed that a PSU savegame file will take up 2,680kb of space on a PS2 memory card.<br /> <br /> =Game Questions=<br /> ==What modes of play does PSU have?==<br /> PSU has three modes of play - [[Story Mode]], [[Extra Mode]] and [[Network Mode]]. <br /> <br /> *In Story Mode, you take the role of [[Ethan Waber]] as he travels across the [[Gurhal Star System]] in order to save it from the alien force '[[SEED]]'.<br /> *In Extra Mode, you can create your own character and travel through levels you have cleared in Story Mode. This mode plays similar to the Network Mode, but is offline. You can also call upon NPCs you have befriended with Ethan in Story Mode to battle alongside you (they will be controlled by AI).<br /> *In Network Mode, sometimes called 'online' or 'Online Mode' you play online with other people. You can create your own character and play with friends. Little is known about the story of Network Mode, but it does take place after the events of the Story Mode. This is closest to the gameplay of Phantasy Star Online.<br /> <br /> ===Is there an Offline Multiplayer mode?===<br /> No.<br /> <br /> ===Can I use characters/items from the offline modes online?===<br /> No. Offline and Online are seperate.<br /> <br /> ==What will PSU play like?==<br /> See [[Gameplay]].<br /> ==How many characters will I be allowed on an account?==<br /> Four per account per world for online play. (Confirmed by Beatrixkiddo)<br /> <br /> Story &amp; Extra mode also allow for four character saves.<br /> <br /> ==Will there be an active GM Team?==<br /> It's currently believed that lobbies will be moderated by GMs. During the Closed Beta Trial GMs often made announcements which scrolled across the game screen.<br /> ==How many people can play together?==<br /> The limit of players in a party is 6. (Confirmed by Beatrixkiddo)<br /> ==Will there be PvP, or a return of Battle Mode?==<br /> As of yet there is no form of PvP in PSU. The emphasis is on co-operative gameplay, not PvP. It may be added in the future.<br /> <br /> ==Have shared banks been implemented?==<br /> Yes! Now transferring items between characters will be quick and easy.<br /> <br /> ==Will there be Challenge Mode and S-Ranks?==<br /> Currently, no. It may be added in the future.<br /> <br /> ==What's this I'm hearing about a cracked Character Creator from the Beta?==<br /> It's a hacked client, and unless you know someone from the Beta with the files, it's very hard to get hold of. Its legality is disputed, too, obviously. Posting links to the cracked client is '''not''' allowed here.<br /> [http://www.psu-chara.com/create This site] should take care of all your character creation needs for now.<br /> <br /> {{General Info}}<br /> {{Expansion}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Frequently_Asked_Questions&diff=6070 2006-10-23T03:47:56Z

<p>Seras: /* What measures are Sonic Team taking against cheating and hacking? */</p> <hr /> <div>Questions generally asked by people wanting to know information, or new players. If you feel something should be added to this FAQ, please do so!<br /> <br /> =General Questions=<br /> ==When will the game be released?==<br /> See [[Release]].<br /> ==Game cost and online fee questions.==<br /> ===How much will the game cost to buy?===<br /> For those in the UK, it's set to be (around) £35, and for American users, it costs $50 for the PC and PS2 versions ($60 for the Xbox 360 version).<br /> <br /> ===Will there be a fee to play online?===<br /> Yes, there will be a monthly fee in order to play Phantasy Star Universe online. The charge will bee $9.99/month (USD), and the billing will be handled by the [http://billing.playsega.com/ PlaySega website] (for the PC and PS2 versions). The billing for the 360 version seems to be handled on the Live Marketplace, with varying costs for different countries.<br /> <br /> ===Will I get a free month of online with purchase of the game?===<br /> The Japanese version did have one free month with game purchase. It is currently unknown whether this will be the same for the US/EU releases, but it seems likely that these version will also have a free month included with the game purchase.<br /> <br /> ===I heard that non-JP people cannot pay for PSU, is this true?===<br /> This is true, but '''only for the Japanese version'''. Sega blocked all Non-Asian credit cards. You can pay via Netcash or a friend in Japan and PayPal. <br /> <br /> ===How can I pay for online play? Will there be prepaid cards available?===<br /> For the PC and PS2 versions, payment can be made on the [http://billing.playsega.com/ PlaySega website] using either a credit or debit card. Currently, only Visa and Mastercard cards are accepted. Currently, there are no known plans to release prepaid cards for the PC and PS2 versions. However, prepaid Visa or Mastercard giftcards will be accepted.<br /> <br /> ===Will the PC version be available for download, or only in retail locations?===<br /> Currently, there are no known plans to have the PC version of PSU available for purchase via download over the Internet.<br /> <br /> ==Server Linking==<br /> ===Cross-platform Linking===<br /> The PC and PS2 versions will share the same server, while the Xbox 360 version will have its own separate server. This may be due to the voice chat facility, or the Xbox Live subscription system, or Microsoft having influence over/control of the servers.<br /> <br /> ===Cross-terrority Linking===<br /> For the PC and PS2 versions, US and EU players will play on the same server, while the JP server will be separate.<br /> The server for the Xbox 360 version is international, including all three regions.<br /> <br /> ===So, PS2 and PC play on the same servers, is my account shared between the two platforms?===<br /> Yes; in Japan owners of the PS2 &amp; PC games can use their account on either a PS2 or PC copy of the game.<br /> <br /> ==What measures are Sonic Team taking against cheating and hacking?==<br /> On the PC version of the game, Sonic Team are using ''nProtect GameGuard'' in order to monitor computers for applications that can be used to modify the game or otherwise cheat in-game. This is the same program that was used on ''Phantasy Star Online: Blue Burst'', and most programs used to cheat on that game do not work currently.<br /> <br /> It can be suspected as well that Sonic Team have implemented their own internal measures against cheating as well. This may be a major difference from all versions of PSO, which did not appear to give much consideration to security (hence the rampant cheating on several versions).<br /> <br /> GameGuard will not be used on PS2 and Xbox360, for what should be obvious reasons (you can't run other programs on them).<br /> <br /> Also, it will be worth pointing out that PSU utilizes server-side saving for [[Network Mode]] characters. [[Story Mode]] and [[Extra Mode]] are client-side, however.<br /> ===I heard that you will require a constant internet connection to play PSU, is this true?===<br /> For the PC version of the game, it is true, even if you play Story Mode or Extra Mode. The reason behind this is to prevent people from cheating before going online, and because PSU on PC uses GameGuard. The PS2 and Xbox360 versions do not require a constant internet connection.<br /> <br /> It is also worth noting, most hacks used by players in previous PSOs were effective until PSOBB. PSOBB being the first serverside PSO, hacking was kept more client sided. NProtect Gameguard, while being able to hold back the hackers for a bit, was eventually cracked. <br /> <br /> At this time, PSU hacking has currently happend in JP versions, as well as Infamous Nugz has currently released trainers for the offline version 1.000 that uses the PSU offline fix. The likelyhood of those trainers and hacks being able to work in the more recent versions is slim to nil.<br /> <br /> ==I do not use Windows, I use Linux - can I still play PSU?==<br /> At this time, no. There will be no official Linux version of PSU released as of yet (and there has been no indication there ever will be one), and WINE (the popular Windows compatibility layer) does not support GameGuard, rendering the game unplayable on Linux until someone solves that. You WILL however be able to play if you cut your linux partition by about 10 gigs and make a new, Windows one.<br /> <br /> ==I use a Mac, can I play PSU on that?==<br /> No. There is not even any indication that a Mac version of PSU will be released. However, the ability to run Windows on the newer Macs somewhat invalidates this problem.<br /> <br /> ==Do I need a PS2 HDD to play Phantasy Star Universe?==<br /> No, you don't need one. However, client patches will be stored on the Memory Card, so you '''will''' need one of those.<br /> <br /> It has been revealed that a PSU savegame file will take up 2,680kb of space on a PS2 memory card.<br /> <br /> =Game Questions=<br /> ==What modes of play does PSU have?==<br /> PSU has three modes of play - [[Story Mode]], [[Extra Mode]] and [[Network Mode]]. <br /> <br /> *In Story Mode, you take the role of [[Ethan Waber]] as he travels across the [[Gurhal Star System]] in order to save it from the alien force '[[SEED]]'.<br /> *In Extra Mode, you can create your own character and travel through levels you have cleared in Story Mode. This mode plays similar to the Network Mode, but is offline. You can also call upon NPCs you have befriended with Ethan in Story Mode to battle alongside you (they will be controlled by AI).<br /> *In Network Mode, sometimes called 'online' or 'Online Mode' you play online with other people. You can create your own character and play with friends. Little is known about the story of Network Mode, but it does take place after the events of the Story Mode. This is closest to the gameplay of Phantasy Star Online.<br /> <br /> ===Is there an Offline Multiplayer mode?===<br /> No.<br /> <br /> ===Can I use characters/items from the offline modes online?===<br /> No. Offline and Online are seperate.<br /> <br /> ==What will PSU play like?==<br /> See [[Gameplay]].<br /> ==How many characters will I be allowed on an account?==<br /> Four per account per world for online play. (Confirmed by Beatrixkiddo)<br /> <br /> Story &amp; Extra mode also allow for four character saves.<br /> <br /> ==Will there be an active GM Team?==<br /> It's currently believed that lobbies will be moderated by GMs. During the Closed Beta Trial GMs often made announcements which scrolled across the game screen.<br /> ==How many people can play together?==<br /> The limit of players in a party is 6. (Confirmed by Beatrixkiddo)<br /> ==Will there be PvP, or a return of Battle Mode?==<br /> As of yet there is no form of PvP in PSU. The emphasis is on co-operative gameplay, not PvP. It may be added in the future.<br /> <br /> ==Have shared banks been implemented?==<br /> Yes! Now transferring items between characters will be quick and easy.<br /> <br /> ==Will there be Challenge Mode and S-Ranks?==<br /> Currently, no. It may be added in the future.<br /> <br /> ==What's this I'm hearing about a cracked Character Creator from the Beta?==<br /> It's a hacked client, and unless you know someone from the Beta with the files, it's very hard to get hold of. Its legality is disputed, too, obviously. Posting links to the cracked client is '''not''' allowed here.<br /> [http://www.psu-chara.com/create This site] should take care of all your character creation needs for now.<br /> <br /> {{General Info}}<br /> {{Expansion}}</div>

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<p>Seras: /* Offline Modes */</p> <hr /> <div>This page documents the differences between Phantasy Star Online and Phantasy Star Universe.<br /> <br /> == Accounts ==<br /> A 'Hunters' License' is now called a ''Guardians' License''. Each account can have up to four characters for Network Mode, and presumably also four for [[Extra Mode]]. Extra Mode character slots are not confirmed, however.<br /> <br /> If you were banned from PSOBB. Recieved the ban that bans your IP Address, Credit Card, Home Address, etc. There is a chance that you will probably not be able to create a Guardian's License.<br /> <br /> == Characters ==<br /> <br /> === Race, Sex and Class ===<br /> There are four races in PSU, three of them taken from PSO - [[Humans]], [[Newmans]], [[Casts]] and an all new race - [[Beasts]]. PSU also retains the three class types from PSO - [[Hunter]], [[Ranger]], and [[Force]]. Unlike PSO however, non-Force characters cannot use [[Techniques]] at all, and Casts are capable of being Forces.<br /> <br /> Whereas in PSO only a number of combinations of race, sex and class were legal for playable characters, this system has been done away with in PSU. All of these can be chosen independently, and [[Character Classes]] can even be switched in the first city, at the costs of [[Meseta]] fees, and independent '[[Class Levels]]' for each class, which are to be distinguished from the static [[Character Level]], and can be increased by doing well in [[Missions]]. Supposedly, classes have been designed such that the game would reach a higher level of balance than PSO did. <br /> <br /> The old terms for specific combinations of race, sex and class ('HUcast', 'RAmarl', 'FOnewearl') have not carried over to PSU officially. Therefore, 'official' race-sex extensions for male/female Beast characters do not exist. The old terms are still used occasionally, although they remain unofficial and thus colloquial in PSU terminology. Beasts have been dubbed 'furs/furls' (eg. HUfur = Hunter Male Beast and FOfurl = Force Female Beast) and 'beast/beasterls' by the community, but none of these names are official and many people would instead use a term like 'Female Beast Hunter' instead of 'HUfurl'.<br /> <br /> Also, the Beast race has been added, which has access to a special racial ability called [[Nanoblast]]. Cast characters (formerly also known as 'androids' or 'humanoids') have been augmented with the ability to use abilities akin to the ''Photon Blast/Photon Mirage'' from PSO known as [[SUV Weapons]].<br /> <br /> Finally, '[[Expert Classes]]' have been announced, eventually allowing for characters to combine benefits of two classes at the same time. Little information is known on how this will work, at the moment.<br /> <br /> === Character Customization ===<br /> The character customization potential in PSU is a lot higher than that in PSO, though for all races but androids, the differences compared to each other are only few. Unlike in PSO, it is now also possible to add voices to one's character. For more in-depth information, please check [[Character Customization]].<br /> <br /> == Online Locations ==<br /> <br /> === Ships -&gt; Servers ===<br /> What was known as a 'Ship' in PSO is now just known as a ''Server''. These will have numbers rather than names, and upon log-in a player will be randomly sent to one of them, in order to better distribute activity across the different servers. To be able to see the characters of people on other servers again, characters can always switch among them using special warp blocks that can be found just about anywhere. Each Server, known as a ''Universe'', is capable of holding 1,000 players at any one time.<br /> <br /> === Blocks -&gt; Cities and Rest Points ===<br /> The old ''Blocks'' do not exist anymore in PSU, but have been replaced by a somewhat similar system. There are a number of cities spread out over three planets (plus a space colony) that can be seen in the same way, though they are quite a bit bigger, and can contain a lot more players (if applicable, no limits known as of now). It's possible to travel (read: warp) among these cities using the transport facilities they have. It is to be noted that the terms 'Block' is still used in PSU, but now refers to a part of a mission.<br /> <br /> === Games -&gt; Missions ===<br /> While in PSO it was possible to make an instanced game and then load a quest from any lobby, in PSU you will actually have to travel to the location where a certain '[[Mission]]' (the new equivalents of areas and quests) takes place. These are still instanced, but will be limited to six rather than four players at a time. It is possible to change the name, comment, password and item distribution settings of a Mission instance at any time. The latter is capable of having drops (separate for items above the 'rare threshold' of [[Star Rarity]] eight) be distributed randomly, making sure the 'get-whatever-you-can' strategy that was popular among the highly populated parts of PSO, where interpersonal trust was generally low, can be avoided. Whenever a rare item has been picked up, a message will pop up stating the details. The old difficulties (Normal, Hard, Very Hard and Ultimate) are now known as the 'Mission ranks' C, B, A and S. The level restrictions for each of these varies for each Mission.<br /> <br /> Not all Missions will have bosses at the end, but those that do not will lead the players to certain 'rest points', areas similar to the cities but with only a vendor NPC at most. From here, new Missions would be accessible, which might have a boss. From this perspective, the system is similar to how a player had to play through the 'Cave 1' and 'Cave 2' areas before being able to play Cave 3 and battle the boss. It is important to note that after having cleared Missions that do have bosses, the party will end up at the rest point again, allowing them to play the boss Mission again without having to replay the Missions before it. Also nice to note is that upon log-on in PSU, it is possible to start again at the location from which the character last quit or disconnected by other means. On a sidenote, there are also options to check out the equipment and statistics of characters in the same Mission or Party.<br /> <br /> === NPC Shops ===<br /> [[Shops]] can now be found in cities (and restock NPCs at rest points), rather than in games. The inventories will be different for most shops, but unlike in PSO they will carry useful and cool items, and Meseta will be more scarce. These are different from the new Player Shops that are to be introduced in PSU.<br /> <br /> There are a number of different shops, including [[Synthesis Shops]] that sell items for [[Item Synthesis]], [[Weapons Shops]] that sell various weapons and [[Photon Arts]], and [[Armor Shops]].<br /> <br /> == My Room ==<br /> <br /> === My Room itself ===<br /> New to PSU, each character will have an instance of a special area called '[[My Room]]'. This room can be decorated by its owner, and can fulfill various other purposes. It is also the standard starting point of character upon logging in. As with other instanced areas (Missions), only six players can visit them at the same time. The most notable features of the My Room are that it houses an account-based storage place (allowing for items to be transferred to alternate characters without needing other players to hold them), a player's Partner Machinery, and, if applicable, the Player Shop. The My Room can also be locked with a password to prevent unwanted players from entering it. There will be an in-game log of people that entered one's My Room, by which the My Rooms of these players can be tracked.<br /> <br /> === Mags -&gt; Partner Machinery ===<br /> [[Partner Machinery]] (or 'PM' for short) is what replaces the old Mags. They have four stats that can be increased and can evolve like mags, but are apparently limited to one per account, and cannot be equiped. Their statistics will likely be of use after they evolve sufficiently in order to be able to participate in battle, as some sort of 'sidekick NPC'. They can also be used to craft new items in a process called Item Synthesis.<br /> <br /> === Players Shops ===<br /> For a one-time fee, characters will be able to get their own shops in their My Room, to resell the items they do not need. The Partner Machinery will function as an NPC vendor, so that it does not matter whether the buyer and seller are actually online at the same time. It is possible to find other players' personal shops by searching by character/shop name, description keywords or inventory items.<br /> <br /> === Item Synthesis ===<br /> A character's Partner Machinery is capable of synthesizing special '[[Synthesis Boards]]' (also informally referred to as 'recipes') together with '[[Synthesis Ingredients]]' into new items. Apparently a PM's statistics are able to influence the success rate and the crafting time at which this happens for certain items, so this system might be seen as to replace the old Section IDs. For some of the craftable items the ingredients used are variable, and changing these might influence the statistics of the resulting item, or even what item results from the process itself.<br /> <br /> == Communication ==<br /> <br /> === Teams and Parties ===<br /> The 'Team system' from PSO:BB, has also been done away with. Parties can exist even outside of Games/Missions though, allowing for easy communication and staying together to start new Missions.<br /> <br /> === Regular Chat, Party Chat and Simple Mail ===<br /> Regular chat in PSU will appear in chat balloons (not using the same color for each player), will be limited to a similar amount of letters, and will reach all players within the same instance, as in PSO. Party Chat is sort of the same as Team Chat from PSO:BB (meaning it's like an IRC channel for the people that are in it), and Simple Mail hasn't really changed at all other than the addition of a 'reply with quote' option. It is possible to use color tags in regular chat. Obscenity filters still exist, but do not filter regular words containing obscene words ('saturday'; 'basement'; 'shoes') anymore. It is notable that when multiple players in the same instance say the exact same thing using regular chat, the chat balloons will merge into a bigger one, with a bigger font. Chat shortcuts still exist, as before. Options for 'shout' and 'think' chat bubbles have been added.<br /> <br /> === Guild Cards -&gt; Partner Cards ===<br /> 'Guild Cards' are now known as ''Partner Cards''. Besides those of players, such cards of NPCs from the Story Mode (one per character, depending on character race) can be obtained, and presumably of one's Partner Machinery as well, in order to have them participate in Missions. Unlike in PSO, whether a player is online will be shown instantly in the Partner Card overview menu. The cards can now only be sorted through numbers ranging from 1 to 5. They can be used to track a player's location and there online offline status. Represented by a sort of wave if there is no wave on the first icon in the players partner card they are not presently online. The card also has the information showing what universe they presently are located in. It is also possible to trace this for members of the same party.<br /> <br /> === Lobby Animations ===<br /> New versions of the old lobby animations are present. These can For more information, see [[Lobby Animations]].<br /> <br /> === Symbol Chat -&gt; Cut-In Chat ===<br /> Cut-In Chat replaces the old Symbol Chat. The player can choose from a number of facial emotions and angles, append some text, and have both appear in the screen at the same time. Only two of these can be displayed simultaneously, to prevent potential spamming possibilities. For more information and screenshots, check [[Cut-In Chat]] (to be added?).<br /> <br /> === Word Select ===<br /> Like in the US/International version of PSO:BB, Word Select does not exist in PSU, possibly because of the decision to have the Japanese servers be separate from the Western ones.<br /> <br /> === Offensive Users ===<br /> It is possible to 'silence' offensive users, or to kick or ban people (and kick summoned NPCs) from one's games. Also, all private areas (meaning Missions and My Rooms) can be locked with passwords.<br /> <br /> == Gameplay and Miscellaneous ==<br /> === Controls ===<br /> The controls are very similar to those of PSO, and will not take much time getting used to. The moving animations are smoother and faster, but the 'auto run/walk' function from PSO:BB does not exist anymore. Some ranged weapons can now be aimed/fired from first-person view though, and some also support being used while moving around. A targetting system has been implemented reminiscent to that of the The Legend of Zelda series, allowing for sidestepping (but no jumping or rolling and no backflips). New is the ability to wield two weapons at a time (some weapons use up both hands, some use the left hand, some the right), allowing for more diversity in ones attacks. PSU also supports controller vibration.<br /> <br /> === Special Attacks and Techniques -&gt; Photon Arts ===<br /> Special attacks (or 'Extra Attacks') and Techniques still exist in PSU, but they are now part of a system called [[Photon Arts]] (also known as 'PAs'). These rely on a weapon stat called '[[Photon Points]]' (PP), replacing the old Technique Points (TP). There are three sub-types, one native to each of the three main classes: [[Skills]] (Hunters), [[Bullets]] (Rangers) and [[Techniques]] (Forces). Out of these, only Techniques are exclusive to a single class. A character can only know thirty-six (36) PAs at a time. They each have an independent level, that can be increased by just using the PA in question a lot (not on thin air). PAs can be applied to weapons (they can be assigned to different pallet buttons this way), but the details regarding their usage is mostly unique for each sub-type. For more information, please consult their respective pages.<br /> <br /> === Challenge Mode and Battle Mode ===<br /> Challenge Mode and Battle Mode are currently absent in PSU, but may be added later on.<br /> <br /> === Death Penalties ===<br /> Characters will not receive direct penalties for dying in battle. Instead, this will influence one's ratings obtained at the end of a Mission, which would decide the reward (in Meseta and EXP for class levels).<br /> <br /> === Telepipes and Ryuker -&gt; Block Warps ===<br /> It is not possible to allow for characters to warp to just about any place anymore. Instead, Missions have been split up into a few 'Blocks', at the start of each of which there is a [[Warp Crystal]] to the other ones the party has already reached.<br /> <br /> === Soloing ===<br /> Though characters are restricted to the limits of a single class until they can use Expert Classes, there are still plenty of options to play Missions solo. Players can call in the help of an NPC from Story Mode that has the same class as themselves, as well as of their Partner Machinery (if it is battle-usable yet). Besides that, the stacking limit for some important healing items has been increased (x20 for the old Mates -- Fluids have been replaced), and the game has items that can increase one's stats (similarly to Shifta and Deband from PSO, which also still exist).<br /> <br /> === Stats ===<br /> The old Luck (LCK) stat has been replaced by a new stat called [[Endurance]](?) ([[END]]?). Whereas Luck determined the critical hit rate in PSO, Endurance seems to influence the PP generation rate in PSU. There is also a new stat similar to the old DFP that determines 'magical defense'. The old resistances have been replaced with the [[Shield Line System]].<br /> <br /> === New Item Types ===<br /> PSU has a number of new sub-types of [[Items]], and of [[Weapons]] specifically, while some old ones have been removed. Please consult their respective pages for more information.<br /> <br /> === Grinding ===<br /> The grinding system has been altered, and is now useful even for Force Weapons. The maximum grind value is now +10 for all items, but each step up will significantly increase its attacking power (a similar magical stat for Force Weapons), as well as its [[PP]]. On the down-side, Grinders are now harder to come by, and attempting to grind an item might break it, rendering it useless. For more information, see [[Grinding]].<br /> <br /> === Offline Modes ===<br /> There are two modes accessible offline. On one hand there is the [[Story Mode]], featuring Ethan Waber, which is supposed to offer about 50 hours of gameplay. On the other hand, there is [[Extra Mode]], which is mainly different from the former in that it allows players to use their own characters instead (though these are separate from those from the online [[Network Mode]]). In short, Extra Mode is mainly aimed at console players that do not have online access. Offline mode requires a constant internet connection, however, for the PC version there is a patch to fix this if you are using ver 1.000.<br /> <br /> === Vehicles ===<br /> A number of vehicles can be used both online and offline in certain places, including tanks and ridable dinosaurs. For more information, see [[Vehicles]].<br /> <br /> === Content Updates ===<br /> Completely unlike PSO, PSU will supposedly even get new content additions regularly. It has been hinted that there will be an automatic delay on content updates based on the release date for JP PSU compared to US. For example, if, two months after the release of JP PSU, a new quest is released, it will be released two months after the release of US PSU on that version.<br /> <br /> === Monsters ===<br /> Monsters have a somewhat better AI in PSU than they had before, as some monsters will side step or fade back when near you, resulting in your character most likely missing his/her melee combo. There are also special 'leader' versions of monsters (that have the same name as their regular counterparts), that can support and lead their subordinates. Rare enemies also make an appearance (which now include Rag Rappies). PSU features nine bosses, whose battles are more epic than before, featuring huge arenas. Bosses generally have weak points, and have the ability to strengthen themselves. All monsters have one element associated with them, replacing the old attributes (Native, A. Beast, Machine, Dark). These can be used to find out what they might be weak to. There are six elements, with Fire, Ice, Thunder, Light and Dark returning from PSO and a new element - Earth.<br /> <br /> {{General Info}}</div>

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<p>Seras: /* Accounts */</p> <hr /> <div>This page documents the differences between Phantasy Star Online and Phantasy Star Universe.<br /> <br /> == Accounts ==<br /> A 'Hunters' License' is now called a ''Guardians' License''. Each account can have up to four characters for Network Mode, and presumably also four for [[Extra Mode]]. Extra Mode character slots are not confirmed, however.<br /> <br /> If you were banned from PSOBB. Recieved the ban that bans your IP Address, Credit Card, Home Address, etc. There is a chance that you will probably not be able to create a Guardian's License.<br /> <br /> == Characters ==<br /> <br /> === Race, Sex and Class ===<br /> There are four races in PSU, three of them taken from PSO - [[Humans]], [[Newmans]], [[Casts]] and an all new race - [[Beasts]]. PSU also retains the three class types from PSO - [[Hunter]], [[Ranger]], and [[Force]]. Unlike PSO however, non-Force characters cannot use [[Techniques]] at all, and Casts are capable of being Forces.<br /> <br /> Whereas in PSO only a number of combinations of race, sex and class were legal for playable characters, this system has been done away with in PSU. All of these can be chosen independently, and [[Character Classes]] can even be switched in the first city, at the costs of [[Meseta]] fees, and independent '[[Class Levels]]' for each class, which are to be distinguished from the static [[Character Level]], and can be increased by doing well in [[Missions]]. Supposedly, classes have been designed such that the game would reach a higher level of balance than PSO did. <br /> <br /> The old terms for specific combinations of race, sex and class ('HUcast', 'RAmarl', 'FOnewearl') have not carried over to PSU officially. Therefore, 'official' race-sex extensions for male/female Beast characters do not exist. The old terms are still used occasionally, although they remain unofficial and thus colloquial in PSU terminology. Beasts have been dubbed 'furs/furls' (eg. HUfur = Hunter Male Beast and FOfurl = Force Female Beast) and 'beast/beasterls' by the community, but none of these names are official and many people would instead use a term like 'Female Beast Hunter' instead of 'HUfurl'.<br /> <br /> Also, the Beast race has been added, which has access to a special racial ability called [[Nanoblast]]. Cast characters (formerly also known as 'androids' or 'humanoids') have been augmented with the ability to use abilities akin to the ''Photon Blast/Photon Mirage'' from PSO known as [[SUV Weapons]].<br /> <br /> Finally, '[[Expert Classes]]' have been announced, eventually allowing for characters to combine benefits of two classes at the same time. Little information is known on how this will work, at the moment.<br /> <br /> === Character Customization ===<br /> The character customization potential in PSU is a lot higher than that in PSO, though for all races but androids, the differences compared to each other are only few. Unlike in PSO, it is now also possible to add voices to one's character. For more in-depth information, please check [[Character Customization]].<br /> <br /> == Online Locations ==<br /> <br /> === Ships -&gt; Servers ===<br /> What was known as a 'Ship' in PSO is now just known as a ''Server''. These will have numbers rather than names, and upon log-in a player will be randomly sent to one of them, in order to better distribute activity across the different servers. To be able to see the characters of people on other servers again, characters can always switch among them using special warp blocks that can be found just about anywhere. Each Server, known as a ''Universe'', is capable of holding 1,000 players at any one time.<br /> <br /> === Blocks -&gt; Cities and Rest Points ===<br /> The old ''Blocks'' do not exist anymore in PSU, but have been replaced by a somewhat similar system. There are a number of cities spread out over three planets (plus a space colony) that can be seen in the same way, though they are quite a bit bigger, and can contain a lot more players (if applicable, no limits known as of now). It's possible to travel (read: warp) among these cities using the transport facilities they have. It is to be noted that the terms 'Block' is still used in PSU, but now refers to a part of a mission.<br /> <br /> === Games -&gt; Missions ===<br /> While in PSO it was possible to make an instanced game and then load a quest from any lobby, in PSU you will actually have to travel to the location where a certain '[[Mission]]' (the new equivalents of areas and quests) takes place. These are still instanced, but will be limited to six rather than four players at a time. It is possible to change the name, comment, password and item distribution settings of a Mission instance at any time. The latter is capable of having drops (separate for items above the 'rare threshold' of [[Star Rarity]] eight) be distributed randomly, making sure the 'get-whatever-you-can' strategy that was popular among the highly populated parts of PSO, where interpersonal trust was generally low, can be avoided. Whenever a rare item has been picked up, a message will pop up stating the details. The old difficulties (Normal, Hard, Very Hard and Ultimate) are now known as the 'Mission ranks' C, B, A and S. The level restrictions for each of these varies for each Mission.<br /> <br /> Not all Missions will have bosses at the end, but those that do not will lead the players to certain 'rest points', areas similar to the cities but with only a vendor NPC at most. From here, new Missions would be accessible, which might have a boss. From this perspective, the system is similar to how a player had to play through the 'Cave 1' and 'Cave 2' areas before being able to play Cave 3 and battle the boss. It is important to note that after having cleared Missions that do have bosses, the party will end up at the rest point again, allowing them to play the boss Mission again without having to replay the Missions before it. Also nice to note is that upon log-on in PSU, it is possible to start again at the location from which the character last quit or disconnected by other means. On a sidenote, there are also options to check out the equipment and statistics of characters in the same Mission or Party.<br /> <br /> === NPC Shops ===<br /> [[Shops]] can now be found in cities (and restock NPCs at rest points), rather than in games. The inventories will be different for most shops, but unlike in PSO they will carry useful and cool items, and Meseta will be more scarce. These are different from the new Player Shops that are to be introduced in PSU.<br /> <br /> There are a number of different shops, including [[Synthesis Shops]] that sell items for [[Item Synthesis]], [[Weapons Shops]] that sell various weapons and [[Photon Arts]], and [[Armor Shops]].<br /> <br /> == My Room ==<br /> <br /> === My Room itself ===<br /> New to PSU, each character will have an instance of a special area called '[[My Room]]'. This room can be decorated by its owner, and can fulfill various other purposes. It is also the standard starting point of character upon logging in. As with other instanced areas (Missions), only six players can visit them at the same time. The most notable features of the My Room are that it houses an account-based storage place (allowing for items to be transferred to alternate characters without needing other players to hold them), a player's Partner Machinery, and, if applicable, the Player Shop. The My Room can also be locked with a password to prevent unwanted players from entering it. There will be an in-game log of people that entered one's My Room, by which the My Rooms of these players can be tracked.<br /> <br /> === Mags -&gt; Partner Machinery ===<br /> [[Partner Machinery]] (or 'PM' for short) is what replaces the old Mags. They have four stats that can be increased and can evolve like mags, but are apparently limited to one per account, and cannot be equiped. Their statistics will likely be of use after they evolve sufficiently in order to be able to participate in battle, as some sort of 'sidekick NPC'. They can also be used to craft new items in a process called Item Synthesis.<br /> <br /> === Players Shops ===<br /> For a one-time fee, characters will be able to get their own shops in their My Room, to resell the items they do not need. The Partner Machinery will function as an NPC vendor, so that it does not matter whether the buyer and seller are actually online at the same time. It is possible to find other players' personal shops by searching by character/shop name, description keywords or inventory items.<br /> <br /> === Item Synthesis ===<br /> A character's Partner Machinery is capable of synthesizing special '[[Synthesis Boards]]' (also informally referred to as 'recipes') together with '[[Synthesis Ingredients]]' into new items. Apparently a PM's statistics are able to influence the success rate and the crafting time at which this happens for certain items, so this system might be seen as to replace the old Section IDs. For some of the craftable items the ingredients used are variable, and changing these might influence the statistics of the resulting item, or even what item results from the process itself.<br /> <br /> == Communication ==<br /> <br /> === Teams and Parties ===<br /> The 'Team system' from PSO:BB, has also been done away with. Parties can exist even outside of Games/Missions though, allowing for easy communication and staying together to start new Missions.<br /> <br /> === Regular Chat, Party Chat and Simple Mail ===<br /> Regular chat in PSU will appear in chat balloons (not using the same color for each player), will be limited to a similar amount of letters, and will reach all players within the same instance, as in PSO. Party Chat is sort of the same as Team Chat from PSO:BB (meaning it's like an IRC channel for the people that are in it), and Simple Mail hasn't really changed at all other than the addition of a 'reply with quote' option. It is possible to use color tags in regular chat. Obscenity filters still exist, but do not filter regular words containing obscene words ('saturday'; 'basement'; 'shoes') anymore. It is notable that when multiple players in the same instance say the exact same thing using regular chat, the chat balloons will merge into a bigger one, with a bigger font. Chat shortcuts still exist, as before. Options for 'shout' and 'think' chat bubbles have been added.<br /> <br /> === Guild Cards -&gt; Partner Cards ===<br /> 'Guild Cards' are now known as ''Partner Cards''. Besides those of players, such cards of NPCs from the Story Mode (one per character, depending on character race) can be obtained, and presumably of one's Partner Machinery as well, in order to have them participate in Missions. Unlike in PSO, whether a player is online will be shown instantly in the Partner Card overview menu. The cards can now only be sorted through numbers ranging from 1 to 5. They can be used to track a player's location and there online offline status. Represented by a sort of wave if there is no wave on the first icon in the players partner card they are not presently online. The card also has the information showing what universe they presently are located in. It is also possible to trace this for members of the same party.<br /> <br /> === Lobby Animations ===<br /> New versions of the old lobby animations are present. These can For more information, see [[Lobby Animations]].<br /> <br /> === Symbol Chat -&gt; Cut-In Chat ===<br /> Cut-In Chat replaces the old Symbol Chat. The player can choose from a number of facial emotions and angles, append some text, and have both appear in the screen at the same time. Only two of these can be displayed simultaneously, to prevent potential spamming possibilities. For more information and screenshots, check [[Cut-In Chat]] (to be added?).<br /> <br /> === Word Select ===<br /> Like in the US/International version of PSO:BB, Word Select does not exist in PSU, possibly because of the decision to have the Japanese servers be separate from the Western ones.<br /> <br /> === Offensive Users ===<br /> It is possible to 'silence' offensive users, or to kick or ban people (and kick summoned NPCs) from one's games. Also, all private areas (meaning Missions and My Rooms) can be locked with passwords.<br /> <br /> == Gameplay and Miscellaneous ==<br /> === Controls ===<br /> The controls are very similar to those of PSO, and will not take much time getting used to. The moving animations are smoother and faster, but the 'auto run/walk' function from PSO:BB does not exist anymore. Some ranged weapons can now be aimed/fired from first-person view though, and some also support being used while moving around. A targetting system has been implemented reminiscent to that of the The Legend of Zelda series, allowing for sidestepping (but no jumping or rolling and no backflips). New is the ability to wield two weapons at a time (some weapons use up both hands, some use the left hand, some the right), allowing for more diversity in ones attacks. PSU also supports controller vibration.<br /> <br /> === Special Attacks and Techniques -&gt; Photon Arts ===<br /> Special attacks (or 'Extra Attacks') and Techniques still exist in PSU, but they are now part of a system called [[Photon Arts]] (also known as 'PAs'). These rely on a weapon stat called '[[Photon Points]]' (PP), replacing the old Technique Points (TP). There are three sub-types, one native to each of the three main classes: [[Skills]] (Hunters), [[Bullets]] (Rangers) and [[Techniques]] (Forces). Out of these, only Techniques are exclusive to a single class. A character can only know thirty-six (36) PAs at a time. They each have an independent level, that can be increased by just using the PA in question a lot (not on thin air). PAs can be applied to weapons (they can be assigned to different pallet buttons this way), but the details regarding their usage is mostly unique for each sub-type. For more information, please consult their respective pages.<br /> <br /> === Challenge Mode and Battle Mode ===<br /> Challenge Mode and Battle Mode are currently absent in PSU, but may be added later on.<br /> <br /> === Death Penalties ===<br /> Characters will not receive direct penalties for dying in battle. Instead, this will influence one's ratings obtained at the end of a Mission, which would decide the reward (in Meseta and EXP for class levels).<br /> <br /> === Telepipes and Ryuker -&gt; Block Warps ===<br /> It is not possible to allow for characters to warp to just about any place anymore. Instead, Missions have been split up into a few 'Blocks', at the start of each of which there is a [[Warp Crystal]] to the other ones the party has already reached.<br /> <br /> === Soloing ===<br /> Though characters are restricted to the limits of a single class until they can use Expert Classes, there are still plenty of options to play Missions solo. Players can call in the help of an NPC from Story Mode that has the same class as themselves, as well as of their Partner Machinery (if it is battle-usable yet). Besides that, the stacking limit for some important healing items has been increased (x20 for the old Mates -- Fluids have been replaced), and the game has items that can increase one's stats (similarly to Shifta and Deband from PSO, which also still exist).<br /> <br /> === Stats ===<br /> The old Luck (LCK) stat has been replaced by a new stat called [[Endurance]](?) ([[END]]?). Whereas Luck determined the critical hit rate in PSO, Endurance seems to influence the PP generation rate in PSU. There is also a new stat similar to the old DFP that determines 'magical defense'. The old resistances have been replaced with the [[Shield Line System]].<br /> <br /> === New Item Types ===<br /> PSU has a number of new sub-types of [[Items]], and of [[Weapons]] specifically, while some old ones have been removed. Please consult their respective pages for more information.<br /> <br /> === Grinding ===<br /> The grinding system has been altered, and is now useful even for Force Weapons. The maximum grind value is now +10 for all items, but each step up will significantly increase its attacking power (a similar magical stat for Force Weapons), as well as its [[PP]]. On the down-side, Grinders are now harder to come by, and attempting to grind an item might break it, rendering it useless. For more information, see [[Grinding]].<br /> <br /> === Offline Modes ===<br /> There are two modes accessible offline. On one hand there is the [[Story Mode]], featuring Ethan Waber, which is supposed to offer about 50 hours of gameplay. On the other hand, there is [[Extra Mode]], which is mainly different from the former in that it allows players to use their own characters instead (though these are separate from those from the online [[Network Mode]]). In short, Extra Mode is mainly aimed at console players that do not have online access.<br /> <br /> === Vehicles ===<br /> A number of vehicles can be used both online and offline in certain places, including tanks and ridable dinosaurs. For more information, see [[Vehicles]].<br /> <br /> === Content Updates ===<br /> Completely unlike PSO, PSU will supposedly even get new content additions regularly. It has been hinted that there will be an automatic delay on content updates based on the release date for JP PSU compared to US. For example, if, two months after the release of JP PSU, a new quest is released, it will be released two months after the release of US PSU on that version.<br /> <br /> === Monsters ===<br /> Monsters have a somewhat better AI in PSU than they had before, as some monsters will side step or fade back when near you, resulting in your character most likely missing his/her melee combo. There are also special 'leader' versions of monsters (that have the same name as their regular counterparts), that can support and lead their subordinates. Rare enemies also make an appearance (which now include Rag Rappies). PSU features nine bosses, whose battles are more epic than before, featuring huge arenas. Bosses generally have weak points, and have the ability to strengthen themselves. All monsters have one element associated with them, replacing the old attributes (Native, A. Beast, Machine, Dark). These can be used to find out what they might be weak to. There are six elements, with Fire, Ice, Thunder, Light and Dark returning from PSO and a new element - Earth.<br /> <br /> {{General Info}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Newmans&diff=6029 2006-10-23T03:04:13Z

<p>Seras: /* General Statistics */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Female_Newman.jpg|thumb|right|Female Newman]]<br /> One of the four PSU player-races, Newmans are generally seen as being adept in [[Techniques]], as a <br /> result of the increased mental abilities of this race due to genetic engineering. However they are the least physically imposing race. [[Karen Erra]], one of the [[Story Mode]]'s prominent Newmans, cannot use Techniques, however.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Neudaiz]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Maya Shidow|Maya Shidow]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Newmans are very similar to humans. The only notable difference is that Newmans have elongated ears which can be raised three different ways within a 90-degree radius.<br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They excel in [[Technique Attack Power]]. They have an affinity for [[Techniques]]. They are the most obvious racial choice for [[Forces]].<br /> * Their [[Accuracy]] is good, too, making them able [[Rangers]].<br /> * Their [[Endurance]] is above par.<br /> * Newmans have a better Technique Defense due to their high [[MST]].<br /> * They have the highest [[EVP]].<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They are relatively bad [[Hunters]].<br /> * Their [[Defense]] is under par compared to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * They have no special racial ability.<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: D || [[EVP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: D || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: C || [[TAP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: B || [[MST]]: A<br /> |-<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Newmans start out as [[Forces]].<br /> <br /> == Newman [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Mirei Mikuna]], [[Maya Shidow]], [[Karen Erra]], [[Dohgi Mikuna]], [[Amanda Hugnkiss]], [[Hiru Vol]] and [[Izuma Rutsu]] are all Newmans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Newmans&diff=6028 2006-10-23T03:03:57Z

<p>Seras: /* Weaknesses */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Female_Newman.jpg|thumb|right|Female Newman]]<br /> One of the four PSU player-races, Newmans are generally seen as being adept in [[Techniques]], as a <br /> result of the increased mental abilities of this race due to genetic engineering. However they are the least physically imposing race. [[Karen Erra]], one of the [[Story Mode]]'s prominent Newmans, cannot use Techniques, however.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Neudaiz]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Maya Shidow|Maya Shidow]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Newmans are very similar to humans. The only notable difference is that Newmans have elongated ears which can be raised three different ways within a 90-degree radius.<br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They excel in [[Technique Attack Power]]. They have an affinity for [[Techniques]]. They are the most obvious racial choice for [[Forces]].<br /> * Their [[Accuracy]] is good, too, making them able [[Rangers]].<br /> * Their [[Endurance]] is above par.<br /> * Newmans have a better Technique Defense due to their high [[MST]].<br /> * They have the highest [[EVP]].<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They are relatively bad [[Hunters]].<br /> * Their [[Defense]] is under par compared to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * They have no special racial ability.<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: D || [[EVP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: D || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: C || [[TAP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: B || [[MST]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[SexDrive]]: A<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Newmans start out as [[Forces]].<br /> <br /> == Newman [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Mirei Mikuna]], [[Maya Shidow]], [[Karen Erra]], [[Dohgi Mikuna]], [[Amanda Hugnkiss]], [[Hiru Vol]] and [[Izuma Rutsu]] are all Newmans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Newmans&diff=6027 2006-10-23T03:03:39Z

<p>Seras: /* Strengths */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Female_Newman.jpg|thumb|right|Female Newman]]<br /> One of the four PSU player-races, Newmans are generally seen as being adept in [[Techniques]], as a <br /> result of the increased mental abilities of this race due to genetic engineering. However they are the least physically imposing race. [[Karen Erra]], one of the [[Story Mode]]'s prominent Newmans, cannot use Techniques, however.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Neudaiz]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Maya Shidow|Maya Shidow]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Newmans are very similar to humans. The only notable difference is that Newmans have elongated ears which can be raised three different ways within a 90-degree radius.<br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They excel in [[Technique Attack Power]]. They have an affinity for [[Techniques]]. They are the most obvious racial choice for [[Forces]].<br /> * Their [[Accuracy]] is good, too, making them able [[Rangers]].<br /> * Their [[Endurance]] is above par.<br /> * Newmans have a better Technique Defense due to their high [[MST]].<br /> * They have the highest [[EVP]].<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They are relatively bad [[Hunters]].<br /> * Their [[Defense]] is under par compared to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * Like the human males, the male newmans have small penises.<br /> * They have no special racial ability.<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: D || [[EVP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: D || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: C || [[TAP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: B || [[MST]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[SexDrive]]: A<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Newmans start out as [[Forces]].<br /> <br /> == Newman [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Mirei Mikuna]], [[Maya Shidow]], [[Karen Erra]], [[Dohgi Mikuna]], [[Amanda Hugnkiss]], [[Hiru Vol]] and [[Izuma Rutsu]] are all Newmans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Humans&diff=6026 2006-10-23T03:02:57Z

<p>Seras: /* Strengths */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Male_Human.JPG|thumb|Male Human]]<br /> One of the four playable races in Phantasy Star Universe, Humans are the 'original' race in the [[Gurhal Star System]] and the creators of the other races - the [[Newman|Newmans]] (in an attempt to make a mentally proficient super-race), [[Beast|Beasts]] (engineered for physical labour) and the [[Cast|Casts]] (created to serve Humans). These races were originally oppressed or enslaved by Humans, but now Humans co-exist as equals with the other races. Humans are known for being Jacks of all trades, but masters of none.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Parum]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Hyuga Ryght|Hyuga Ryght]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Humans are just that - human. They aren't much different from their real life counterparts reading this website today - except they are of course more stylistic in keeping with PSU's art style. <br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They're most all-rounded of all races, which might make them an attractive choice for people that are still not sure what class they would like best.<br /> * Their stats make them good candidates for use with the [[Expert Classes]].<br /> * Have high [[TAP]] in comparison to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They do not statistically excel in anything, meaning that for every [[Character Class]] there is an arguably superior race.<br /> * Like Newmans, they have small penises<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: C || [[EVP]]: B<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: C || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: B || [[TAP]]: B<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: C || [[MST]]: B<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Humans start out as [[Hunters]].<br /> <br /> == Human [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Ohbel Dallgun]], [[Dr. Dorson]], [[Hal]], [[Hyuga Ryght]], [[Kou Taragi]], [[Dr. Kanal Tomrain]], [[No Vol]], [[Karam Ryme]], [[Ethan Waber]], [[Ron Jeremy]], and[[Lumia Waber]] are all Humans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Gameplay&diff=6025 2006-10-23T03:02:18Z

<p>Seras: /* How to play right */</p> <hr /> <div>Game play wise, Phantasy Star Universe plays very much like its predecessor Phantasy Star Online.<br /> <br /> =Combat=<br /> Combat features two basic commands for encounters.<br /> <br /> These are:<br /> *Attack - Your character uses their weapon to attack a foe or foes (depending on your weapon). With timing you can use the three variations of attack to perform what is known as a Combo, which are only possible now with Melee weapons. The advantages to performing combos is chaining the attacks in rapid succession which gives greater damage over time and different variances/angles to most follow-up swings.<br /> <br /> *Photon Arts - Rangers have a PA called &quot;Bullet.&quot; &quot;Bullets&quot; simply adds elemental damage to your Attack. Forces have &quot;Technics&quot; which allows them to cast magic spells, depending on technic(s) attached to the Staff or Wand. Hunters use the PA called &quot;Skill.&quot; These skills are a special attacks that inflict more damage to enemies. &quot;Technics&quot; and &quot;Skills&quot; require the immediate use of Photon Points (PP), similar the the TP gauge in PSO or &quot;magic bar&quot; in other games. Guns use PP for attacking normally (Acts like an ammo guage), so &quot;Bullets&quot; simply drain more PP per shot.<br /> <br /> ==Techniques==<br /> Techniques are in essence Phantasy Star Universe’s ‘magic’. Each [[Technique]] has an associated [[Element]] and comes in a variety of uses. Among them are ‘Nukes’ such as Foie (Fire attribute Attack), Barta (Ice attribute attack) and etc. However, unlike physical attacks they cannot be chained together to form combos.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> =Online=<br /> <br /> When you login, you will be transported into a lobby area where other online players gather. Here you can chat, meet friends, organize games, have cybersex, find an online girlfriend, or just all around be an ass to the population.<br /> <br /> {{General Info}}<br /> {{Expansion}}<br /> {{Verification}}<br /> {{Deletion}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Newmans&diff=6023 2006-10-23T02:54:20Z

<p>Seras: /* Newman Story Characters */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Female_Newman.jpg|thumb|right|Female Newman]]<br /> One of the four PSU player-races, Newmans are generally seen as being adept in [[Techniques]], as a <br /> result of the increased mental abilities of this race due to genetic engineering. However they are the least physically imposing race. [[Karen Erra]], one of the [[Story Mode]]'s prominent Newmans, cannot use Techniques, however.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Neudaiz]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Maya Shidow|Maya Shidow]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Newmans are very similar to humans. The only notable difference is that Newmans have elongated ears which can be raised three different ways within a 90-degree radius.<br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They excel in [[Technique Attack Power]]. They have an affinity for [[Techniques]]. They are the most obvious racial choice for [[Forces]].<br /> * Their [[Accuracy]] is good, too, making them able [[Rangers]], and have very good aim when shooting jizz.<br /> * Their [[Endurance]] is above par, which makes them the best in bed.<br /> * Newmans have a better Technique Defense due to their high [[MST]].<br /> * Females are usually the best in bed.<br /> * They have the highest [[EVP]].<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They are relatively bad [[Hunters]].<br /> * Their [[Defense]] is under par compared to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * Like the human males, the male newmans have small penises.<br /> * They have no special racial ability.<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: D || [[EVP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: D || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: C || [[TAP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: B || [[MST]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[SexDrive]]: A<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Newmans start out as [[Forces]].<br /> <br /> == Newman [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Mirei Mikuna]], [[Maya Shidow]], [[Karen Erra]], [[Dohgi Mikuna]], [[Amanda Hugnkiss]], [[Hiru Vol]] and [[Izuma Rutsu]] are all Newmans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Newmans&diff=6022 2006-10-23T02:53:36Z

<p>Seras: /* General Statistics */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Female_Newman.jpg|thumb|right|Female Newman]]<br /> One of the four PSU player-races, Newmans are generally seen as being adept in [[Techniques]], as a <br /> result of the increased mental abilities of this race due to genetic engineering. However they are the least physically imposing race. [[Karen Erra]], one of the [[Story Mode]]'s prominent Newmans, cannot use Techniques, however.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Neudaiz]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Maya Shidow|Maya Shidow]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Newmans are very similar to humans. The only notable difference is that Newmans have elongated ears which can be raised three different ways within a 90-degree radius.<br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They excel in [[Technique Attack Power]]. They have an affinity for [[Techniques]]. They are the most obvious racial choice for [[Forces]].<br /> * Their [[Accuracy]] is good, too, making them able [[Rangers]], and have very good aim when shooting jizz.<br /> * Their [[Endurance]] is above par, which makes them the best in bed.<br /> * Newmans have a better Technique Defense due to their high [[MST]].<br /> * Females are usually the best in bed.<br /> * They have the highest [[EVP]].<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They are relatively bad [[Hunters]].<br /> * Their [[Defense]] is under par compared to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * Like the human males, the male newmans have small penises.<br /> * They have no special racial ability.<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: D || [[EVP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: D || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: C || [[TAP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: B || [[MST]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[SexDrive]]: A<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Newmans start out as [[Forces]].<br /> <br /> == Newman [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Mirei Mikuna]], [[Maya Shidow]], [[Karen Erra]], [[Dohgi Mikuna]], [[Hiru Vol]] and [[Izuma Rutsu]] are all Newmans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Newmans&diff=6021 2006-10-23T02:53:02Z

<p>Seras: /* Strengths */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Female_Newman.jpg|thumb|right|Female Newman]]<br /> One of the four PSU player-races, Newmans are generally seen as being adept in [[Techniques]], as a <br /> result of the increased mental abilities of this race due to genetic engineering. However they are the least physically imposing race. [[Karen Erra]], one of the [[Story Mode]]'s prominent Newmans, cannot use Techniques, however.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Neudaiz]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Maya Shidow|Maya Shidow]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Newmans are very similar to humans. The only notable difference is that Newmans have elongated ears which can be raised three different ways within a 90-degree radius.<br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They excel in [[Technique Attack Power]]. They have an affinity for [[Techniques]]. They are the most obvious racial choice for [[Forces]].<br /> * Their [[Accuracy]] is good, too, making them able [[Rangers]], and have very good aim when shooting jizz.<br /> * Their [[Endurance]] is above par, which makes them the best in bed.<br /> * Newmans have a better Technique Defense due to their high [[MST]].<br /> * Females are usually the best in bed.<br /> * They have the highest [[EVP]].<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They are relatively bad [[Hunters]].<br /> * Their [[Defense]] is under par compared to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * Like the human males, the male newmans have small penises.<br /> * They have no special racial ability.<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: D || [[EVP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: D || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: C || [[TAP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: B || [[MST]]: A<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Newmans start out as [[Forces]].<br /> <br /> == Newman [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Mirei Mikuna]], [[Maya Shidow]], [[Karen Erra]], [[Dohgi Mikuna]], [[Hiru Vol]] and [[Izuma Rutsu]] are all Newmans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Newmans&diff=6020 2006-10-23T02:51:33Z

<p>Seras: /* Weaknesses */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Female_Newman.jpg|thumb|right|Female Newman]]<br /> One of the four PSU player-races, Newmans are generally seen as being adept in [[Techniques]], as a <br /> result of the increased mental abilities of this race due to genetic engineering. However they are the least physically imposing race. [[Karen Erra]], one of the [[Story Mode]]'s prominent Newmans, cannot use Techniques, however.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Neudaiz]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Maya Shidow|Maya Shidow]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Newmans are very similar to humans. The only notable difference is that Newmans have elongated ears which can be raised three different ways within a 90-degree radius.<br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They excel in [[Technique Attack Power]]. They have an affinity for [[Techniques]]. They are the most obvious racial choice for [[Forces]].<br /> * Their [[Accuracy]] is good, too, making them able [[Rangers]]. <br /> * Their [[Endurance]] is above par.<br /> * Newmans have a better Technique Defense due to their high [[MST]].<br /> * Females are usually the best in bed.<br /> * They have the highest [[EVP]].<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They are relatively bad [[Hunters]].<br /> * Their [[Defense]] is under par compared to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * Like the human males, the male newmans have small penises.<br /> * They have no special racial ability.<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: D || [[EVP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: D || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: C || [[TAP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: B || [[MST]]: A<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Newmans start out as [[Forces]].<br /> <br /> == Newman [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Mirei Mikuna]], [[Maya Shidow]], [[Karen Erra]], [[Dohgi Mikuna]], [[Hiru Vol]] and [[Izuma Rutsu]] are all Newmans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Newmans&diff=6019 2006-10-23T02:50:53Z

<p>Seras: /* Strengths */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Female_Newman.jpg|thumb|right|Female Newman]]<br /> One of the four PSU player-races, Newmans are generally seen as being adept in [[Techniques]], as a <br /> result of the increased mental abilities of this race due to genetic engineering. However they are the least physically imposing race. [[Karen Erra]], one of the [[Story Mode]]'s prominent Newmans, cannot use Techniques, however.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Neudaiz]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Maya Shidow|Maya Shidow]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Newmans are very similar to humans. The only notable difference is that Newmans have elongated ears which can be raised three different ways within a 90-degree radius.<br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They excel in [[Technique Attack Power]]. They have an affinity for [[Techniques]]. They are the most obvious racial choice for [[Forces]].<br /> * Their [[Accuracy]] is good, too, making them able [[Rangers]]. <br /> * Their [[Endurance]] is above par.<br /> * Newmans have a better Technique Defense due to their high [[MST]].<br /> * Females are usually the best in bed.<br /> * They have the highest [[EVP]].<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They are relatively bad [[Hunters]].<br /> * Their [[Defense]] is under par compared to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * They have no special racial ability.<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: D || [[EVP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: D || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: C || [[TAP]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: B || [[MST]]: A<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Newmans start out as [[Forces]].<br /> <br /> == Newman [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Mirei Mikuna]], [[Maya Shidow]], [[Karen Erra]], [[Dohgi Mikuna]], [[Hiru Vol]] and [[Izuma Rutsu]] are all Newmans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Humans&diff=6018 2006-10-23T02:49:28Z

<p>Seras: /* Human Story Characters */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Male_Human.JPG|thumb|Male Human]]<br /> One of the four playable races in Phantasy Star Universe, Humans are the 'original' race in the [[Gurhal Star System]] and the creators of the other races - the [[Newman|Newmans]] (in an attempt to make a mentally proficient super-race), [[Beast|Beasts]] (engineered for physical labour) and the [[Cast|Casts]] (created to serve Humans). These races were originally oppressed or enslaved by Humans, but now Humans co-exist as equals with the other races. Humans are known for being Jacks of all trades, but masters of none.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Parum]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Hyuga Ryght|Hyuga Ryght]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Humans are just that - human. They aren't much different from their real life counterparts reading this website today - except they are of course more stylistic in keeping with PSU's art style. <br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They're most all-rounded of all races, which might make them an attractive choice for people that are still not sure what class they would like best.<br /> * Their stats make them good candidates for use with the [[Expert Classes]].<br /> * Have high [[TAP]] in comparison to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * They come in both black and white.<br /> * Prefer to cyber with newmen women.<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They do not statistically excel in anything, meaning that for every [[Character Class]] there is an arguably superior race.<br /> * Like Newmans, they have small penises<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: C || [[EVP]]: B<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: C || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: B || [[TAP]]: B<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: C || [[MST]]: B<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Humans start out as [[Hunters]].<br /> <br /> == Human [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Ohbel Dallgun]], [[Dr. Dorson]], [[Hal]], [[Hyuga Ryght]], [[Kou Taragi]], [[Dr. Kanal Tomrain]], [[No Vol]], [[Karam Ryme]], [[Ethan Waber]], [[Ron Jeremy]], and[[Lumia Waber]] are all Humans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Humans&diff=6017 2006-10-23T02:48:06Z

<p>Seras: /* Weaknesses */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Male_Human.JPG|thumb|Male Human]]<br /> One of the four playable races in Phantasy Star Universe, Humans are the 'original' race in the [[Gurhal Star System]] and the creators of the other races - the [[Newman|Newmans]] (in an attempt to make a mentally proficient super-race), [[Beast|Beasts]] (engineered for physical labour) and the [[Cast|Casts]] (created to serve Humans). These races were originally oppressed or enslaved by Humans, but now Humans co-exist as equals with the other races. Humans are known for being Jacks of all trades, but masters of none.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Parum]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Hyuga Ryght|Hyuga Ryght]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Humans are just that - human. They aren't much different from their real life counterparts reading this website today - except they are of course more stylistic in keeping with PSU's art style. <br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They're most all-rounded of all races, which might make them an attractive choice for people that are still not sure what class they would like best.<br /> * Their stats make them good candidates for use with the [[Expert Classes]].<br /> * Have high [[TAP]] in comparison to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * They come in both black and white.<br /> * Prefer to cyber with newmen women.<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They do not statistically excel in anything, meaning that for every [[Character Class]] there is an arguably superior race.<br /> * Like Newmans, they have small penises<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: C || [[EVP]]: B<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: C || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: B || [[TAP]]: B<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: C || [[MST]]: B<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Humans start out as [[Hunters]].<br /> <br /> == Human [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Ohbel Dallgun]], [[Dr. Dorson]], [[Hal]], [[Hyuga Ryght]], [[Kou Taragi]], [[Dr. Kanal Tomrain]], [[No Vol]], [[Karam Ryme]], [[Ethan Waber]], and [[Lumia Waber]] are all Humans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Humans&diff=6016 2006-10-23T02:47:36Z

<p>Seras: /* Strengths */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Male_Human.JPG|thumb|Male Human]]<br /> One of the four playable races in Phantasy Star Universe, Humans are the 'original' race in the [[Gurhal Star System]] and the creators of the other races - the [[Newman|Newmans]] (in an attempt to make a mentally proficient super-race), [[Beast|Beasts]] (engineered for physical labour) and the [[Cast|Casts]] (created to serve Humans). These races were originally oppressed or enslaved by Humans, but now Humans co-exist as equals with the other races. Humans are known for being Jacks of all trades, but masters of none.<br /> <br /> * Home Planet: [[Parum]]<br /> * NPC Partner: [[Story Characters#Hyuga Ryght|Hyuga Ryght]]<br /> <br /> == Visuals ==<br /> Visually, Humans are just that - human. They aren't much different from their real life counterparts reading this website today - except they are of course more stylistic in keeping with PSU's art style. <br /> <br /> == Racial Strengths and Weaknesses ==<br /> === Strengths ===<br /> * They're most all-rounded of all races, which might make them an attractive choice for people that are still not sure what class they would like best.<br /> * Their stats make them good candidates for use with the [[Expert Classes]].<br /> * Have high [[TAP]] in comparison to [[Beasts]] and [[Casts]].<br /> * They come in both black and white.<br /> * Prefer to cyber with newmen women.<br /> <br /> === Weaknesses ===<br /> * They do not statistically excel in anything, meaning that for every [[Character Class]] there is an arguably superior race.<br /> * Like Newmans, they have no racial special.<br /> <br /> == General Statistics ==<br /> {|<br /> |-<br /> | [[HP]]: C || [[EVP]]: B<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATP]]: C || [[END]]: A<br /> |-<br /> | [[DFP]]: B || [[TAP]]: B<br /> |-<br /> | [[ATA]]: C || [[MST]]: B<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Initial Class and Equipment ==<br /> All Humans start out as [[Hunters]].<br /> <br /> == Human [[Story Characters]] ==<br /> [[Ohbel Dallgun]], [[Dr. Dorson]], [[Hal]], [[Hyuga Ryght]], [[Kou Taragi]], [[Dr. Kanal Tomrain]], [[No Vol]], [[Karam Ryme]], [[Ethan Waber]], and [[Lumia Waber]] are all Humans.<br /> <br /> {{Characters}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Gameplay&diff=6015 2006-10-23T02:43:18Z

<p>Seras: /* Online */</p> <hr /> <div>Game play wise, Phantasy Star Universe plays very much like its predecessor Phantasy Star Online.<br /> <br /> =Combat=<br /> Combat features two basic commands for encounters.<br /> <br /> These are:<br /> *Attack - Your character uses their weapon to attack a foe or foes (depending on your weapon). With timing you can use the three variations of attack to perform what is known as a Combo, which are only possible now with Melee weapons. The advantages to performing combos is chaining the attacks in rapid succession which gives greater damage over time and different variances/angles to most follow-up swings.<br /> <br /> *Photon Arts - Rangers have a PA called &quot;Bullet.&quot; &quot;Bullets&quot; simply adds elemental damage to your Attack. Forces have &quot;Technics&quot; which allows them to cast magic spells, depending on technic(s) attached to the Staff or Wand. Hunters use the PA called &quot;Skill.&quot; These skills are a special attacks that inflict more damage to enemies. &quot;Technics&quot; and &quot;Skills&quot; require the immediate use of Photon Points (PP), similar the the TP gauge in PSO or &quot;magic bar&quot; in other games. Guns use PP for attacking normally (Acts like an ammo guage), so &quot;Bullets&quot; simply drain more PP per shot.<br /> <br /> ==Techniques==<br /> Techniques are in essence Phantasy Star Universe’s ‘magic’. Each [[Technique]] has an associated [[Element]] and comes in a variety of uses. Among them are ‘Nukes’ such as Foie (Fire attribute Attack), Barta (Ice attribute attack) and etc. However, unlike physical attacks they cannot be chained together to form combos.<br /> <br /> ==How to play right==<br /> Give everything you find or buy to me.<br /> <br /> =Online=<br /> <br /> When you login, you will be transported into a lobby area where other online players gather. Here you can chat, meet friends, organize games, have cybersex, find an online girlfriend, or just all around be an ass to the population.<br /> <br /> {{General Info}}<br /> {{Expansion}}<br /> {{Verification}}<br /> {{Deletion}}</div>

Seras http://re-psupedia.info/index.php?title=Gameplay&diff=6014 2006-10-23T02:41:26Z

<p>Seras: /* Combat */</p> <hr /> <div>Game play wise, Phantasy Star Universe plays very much like its predecessor Phantasy Star Online.<br /> <br /> =Combat=<br /> Combat features two basic commands for encounters.<br /> <br /> These are:<br /> *Attack - Your character uses their weapon to attack a foe or foes (depending on your weapon). With timing you can use the three variations of attack to perform what is known as a Combo, which are only possible now with Melee weapons. The advantages to performing combos is chaining the attacks in rapid succession which gives greater damage over time and different variances/angles to most follow-up swings.<br /> <br /> *Photon Arts - Rangers have a PA called &quot;Bullet.&quot; &quot;Bullets&quot; simply adds elemental damage to your Attack. Forces have &quot;Technics&quot; which allows them to cast magic spells, depending on technic(s) attached to the Staff or Wand. Hunters use the PA called &quot;Skill.&quot; These skills are a special attacks that inflict more damage to enemies. &quot;Technics&quot; and &quot;Skills&quot; require the immediate use of Photon Points (PP), similar the the TP gauge in PSO or &quot;magic bar&quot; in other games. Guns use PP for attacking normally (Acts like an ammo guage), so &quot;Bullets&quot; simply drain more PP per shot.<br /> <br /> ==Techniques==<br /> Techniques are in essence Phantasy Star Universe’s ‘magic’. Each [[Technique]] has an associated [[Element]] and comes in a variety of uses. Among them are ‘Nukes’ such as Foie (Fire attribute Attack), Barta (Ice attribute attack) and etc. However, unlike physical attacks they cannot be chained together to form combos.<br /> <br /> ==How to play right==<br /> Give everything you find or buy to me.<br /> <br /> =Online=<br /> <br /> When you login, you will be transported into a lobby area where other online players gather. Here you can chat, meet friends and organize games.<br /> <br /> {{General Info}}<br /> {{Expansion}}<br /> {{Verification}}<br /> {{Deletion}}</div>

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